Policy & evidence library
VJA combines lived experience, research and practical recommendations. Browse published evidence and see the submissions we are currently developing.
7 areas of engagementConsultations, reviews, legislation and public-service reform
5 VJA policy papersOriginal proposals for practical systems change
4 priority submissions outstandingEvidence currently being developed and finalised
Policy work overview
This overview separates the areas where VJA has contributed to policy discussions, our own policy papers and the priority submissions we are currently completing.
Reviews, consultations and legislative discussions where VJA has brought evidence and lived experience into the process.
Original proposals developed by VJA to address recurring accountability, justice and public-safety gaps.
Priority evidence currently being drafted, developed or finalised for submission.
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Showing 4 committees.
Statutory committees
These committees scrutinise Executive departments and legislation within their policy remit.
Housing, homelessness, social security, communities, local government, culture and sport.
VJA is preparing evidence on regulatory powers, reporting requirements, governance and accountability within Northern Ireland’s charity sector.
VJA submission in developmentVJA is preparing evidence and recommendations on homelessness duties, lived experience, earlier intervention and accountable implementation.
VJA submission in developmentSchools, education policy, children’s learning, special educational needs and departmental scrutiny.
VJA is preparing evidence on creating stronger, more responsive education and support arrangements for children, pupils and families.
VJA submission in developmentTransport, roads, water, planning, public transport and infrastructure policy.
VJA is developing evidence on the Bill’s approach to public property, shared space, cultural expression and preventing intimidation or territorial marking.
VJA submission in developmentJustice, policing, courts, prisons, victims, safeguarding and departmental scrutiny.
VJA is preparing lived-experience evidence on strengthening rights, support, participation and accountability for victims and witnesses.
VJA submission in developmentThe committee list reflects the Northern Ireland Assembly’s 2022–2027 mandate. Ad hoc committees may change as their work concludes.
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